Runner Bean 'Aztec Half-Runner'

Phaseoluscoccineus

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
coccineus (kok-SIN-ee-us)
Synonym
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Seed Collecting
White/Near White
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Kansas City, Missouri

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2005 | neutral

Originally cultivated by the Anasazi, the "ancients" of the Southwest, these plump, large white beans in 4-5 in. pods are delicious raw o...Read More

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